Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic FH25
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![Nikon Coolpix S8200 front Nikon Coolpix S8200 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Coolpix-S8200/Nikon-S8200-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH25/Panasonic-FH25-front.jpg)
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Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic FH25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-350mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 213g - 104 x 59 x 33mm
- Revealed August 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-224mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 159g - 99 x 57 x 28mm
- Released January 2011
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS35
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Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic FH25 Overview
Below is a detailed comparison of the Nikon S8200 versus Panasonic FH25, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S8200 (16MP) and the FH25 (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The S8200 was brought out 8 months later than the FH25 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the S8200 scores vs the FH25 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic FH25 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Coolpix S8200 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25. The entire galleries are available at Nikon S8200 Gallery and Panasonic FH25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon S8200 over the Panasonic FH25
S8200 | FH25 | |||
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Released | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2011 | More recent by 8 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 961k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+731k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH25 over the Nikon S8200
FH25 | S8200 |
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Common features in the Nikon S8200 and Panasonic FH25
S8200 | FH25 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither features selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Neither features Touch display |
Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic FH25 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon S8200 enjoys outside measurements of 104mm x 59mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 213 grams (0.47 lbs) and the Panasonic FH25 has measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).
Check the Nikon S8200 versus Panasonic FH25 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the S8200 vs the FH25.
![Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic FH25 size comparison Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic FH25 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S8200-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH25-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S8200 and FH25 is 91 and 94 respectively.
![Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic FH25 top view buttons comparison Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic FH25 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S8200-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH25-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic FH25 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The photograph below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S8200 and FH25.
To sum up, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of images however you have to factor the production date of the cameras into account. The more modern S8200 provides an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
![Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic FH25 sensor size comparison Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic FH25 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S8200-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH25-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic FH25 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic FH25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic FH25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Coolpix-S8200-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FH25-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon S8200 vs Panasonic FH25 Specifications
Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Coolpix S8200 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FS35 |
Type | Small Sensor Superzoom | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-08-24 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed C2 | Venus Engine VI |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 3200 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-350mm (14.0x) | 28-224mm (8.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 1cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 961k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | TFT LCD with Anti-reflection coating | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0 frames per sec | 4.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | - | 5.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720p (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) | 1280 x 720p (24 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 213g (0.47 lb) | 159g (0.35 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 104 x 59 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") | 99 x 57 x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 250 pictures | 250 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL12 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $329 | $180 |